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Adonai, My Headship Names Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 3, 2019

The name Adonai expresses a personal relationship between master and slave.

A. THE THIRD NAME OF GOD 1. Three primary or major names of God: God (Elohim); LORD (Jehovah); Lord/Master (Adonai). 2. Adonai means Master/Lord (small letters). 3. The name Lord (Adonai) occurs 340 times in the Hebrew Old Testament. It is the name the rabbis used as a substitute for Jehovah, the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2-8, Matthew 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Surprised By Grace

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 7, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays following Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 23

Sept. 5, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 7:24-37 Surprised by Grace Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There’s an old saying: “A ship in harbor is safe, but that’s not what ships are built for.” In order for a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Apodidomi

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 19, 2023

Jesus teaches a lesson of "rendering" or "giving back" to both our Country (as good citizens) and the Kingdom of God (as good stewards). May we give ourselves fully to God.

WE AGREE WITH PSALM 47:7, THAT “THE LORD IS KING OVER ALL THE EARTH.” WE MAY SHOW RESPECT TO EARTHLY TITLES SUCH AS PRESIDENT, KING, SULTAN, EMIR, SHAH, OR CHANCELLOR, BUT OUR TRUE ALLEGIANCE IS TO GOD AND HIS HEAVENLY KINGDOM. JESUS PROCLAIMED IN JOHN 18:36, “MY KINGDOM IS NOT AN EARTHLY ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22, Psalm 47:7, John 18:36, Romans 13:1, Philippians 3:20, Exodus 20:3-4, 1 Peter 2:17, Matthew 16:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Did Jesus Condemn Women Preaching? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 18, 2024

The Bible does not explicitly say that women should not preach. However, there are some passages that have been interpreted as limiting the role of women in teaching and preaching.

The role of women in preaching and teaching God's word has been a topic of debate in some religious circles. However, a closer examination of Scripture and the early church reveals that women have always played a vital role in sharing the Gospel and leading others to Christ. Let us explore the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:12, Luke 4:18-19, Judges 4:4-9

Israel Enters Egypt (Genesis 46)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 29, 2024

Do we have faith that sometimes God leads us to move, and will provide? Let's look at Genesis 46.

Do God’s plans for us sometimes mean moving to new places? Do we have faith that God will provide? What did God say to Israel about moving to Egypt? Let’s look at Genesis 46. And Israel took his journey with all that he had, and came to Beersheba, and offered sacrifices unto the God of his father ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Inclusion (No One Left Out)

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jul 9, 2025

God’s love for the lost is evident, showing that every individual is valuable in His eyes. This portion challenges us to reach out and include those who are marginalized.

Inclusion (No One Left Out) Theme Overview: God’s love for the lost is evident, showing that every individual is valuable in His eyes. This portion challenges us to reach out and include those who are marginalized. Scripture Reference: Luke 15:1–7 (NIV) "Now the tax collectors and sinners ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:4, Luke 15:7, Galatians 3:28, Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Without Bitterness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 1, 2025

Bitterness can become a barrier to spiritual progress and future impact. However, when we accept God's decisions with the right heart, we play a critical role in setting others up for success and honouring God's eternal plans.

BUILDING WITHOUT BITTERNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 28:2-10 Supporting Texts: 1 Kings 8:17-19, Proverbs 19:21, Romans 8:28, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Psalm 37:5 INTRODUCTION: David had a strong desire to build the house of God, but God chose his son Solomon instead. Instead of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:2-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking The Barriers Of Identity Through Christ

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025

Before Christ came, the world lived under the weight of the law, a system that exposed sin but could not save.

BREAKING THE BARRIERS OF IDENTITY THROUGH CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 3:23-29 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:12, Colossians 3:10-11, Ephesians 2:14-818, 1 Corinthians 12:13, John 1:12 INTRODUCTION: Before Christ came, the world lived under the weight of the law, a system ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dealing With Depression And Mental Health Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 30, 2025

Depression and mental battles are not foreign to Scripture or to God. He cares, He listens, and He heals. The Church must be a place of restoration, where the emotionally broken are embraced and helped, not judged.

DEALING WITH DEPRESSION AND MENTAL HEALTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 34:17-19 Supporting Texts: Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Kings 19:4-8, Isaiah 41:10, John 14:27, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 INTRODUCTION: Depression and mental health struggles are real and rising, even among believers. Many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:17-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Women In God’s Plan Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 28, 2025

God can raise women as vessels of deliverance, wisdom, and courage for His people.

WOMEN IN GOD’S PLAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 4 Judges 4:4-9, 21 (KJV) “And Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lapidoth, she judged Israel at that time. And she dwelt under the palm tree of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in mount Ephraim: and the children of Israel came up to her ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Confirming The Law Of God Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025

Sermon #1 of 22.

CONFIRMING THE LAW OF GOD Psalm 119:1-8 INTRODUCTION A. The first two verses declare a blessing upon the blameless who walk in the law of the Lord. With a wave of the hand, critics might dismiss this passage as idealistic at best and contradictory to the gospel at worst. B. One might even point ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Me A Drink

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 5, 2026

Jesus shows us the great length he will go to in order to restore someone who is spiritually thirsty for God's redeeming love.

ONE OF THE MOST BELOVED PSALMS TO DESCRIBE THE DEEP DESIRE FOR A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD IS PSALM 42:1-2, “AS THE DEER LONGS FOR STREAMS OF WATER, SO I LONG FOR YOU, O GOD. I THIRST FOR GOD, THE LIVING GOD. WHEN CAN I GO AND STAND BEFORE HIM?” THIRSTING FOR GOD! YEARNING AND WANTING TO BE IN A ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-15, Psalm 42:1-2, Ezekiel 18:23, 2 Peter 3:9, Isaiah 12:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

All Kinds Of People Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jul 9, 2001

Five reasons why God wants our church to welcome all kinds of people who share a common faith in Christ with us.

(Note: This sermon was introduced with a powerpoint presentation set to the song "All Kinds of People" written by Sheryl Crow, Kevin Gilbert and Erick Pressley and performed by Susan Ashton from the "A Distant Call" CD). Why is it that the Christian community is divided over many of the very same ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Great Gift Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 15, 2007

Our Lord was born to provide redemption, God’s great gift, for mankind.

GALATIANS 3:13, 14 GOD’S GREAT GIFT “Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us—for it is written, ‘Cursed is everyone who is hanged on a tree.’” Exchanging gifts is a tradition associated with the celebration of Christmas. Although giving gifts is a part of other ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Made Alive"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 5, 2009

Born radically depraved and dead and exposed to wrath, but God made us alive!

“And you were dead in your trespasses and sins, 2 in which you formerly walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, of the spirit that is now working in the sons of disobedience. 3 Among them we too all formerly lived in the lusts of our flesh, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Orthodox